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5.0 of 5 stars.
Loved the professional and friendly stuff. Went on a weekday about 4 pm and there was no wait! I would recommend going before 5 pm when the students can take their time to work on your hair. I moved...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'd visited PM a few years back when my roommate was a student there...then when she graduated I followed her to the salon she got a job at.Recently I decided her price of $55 for a cut and style,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have a hard time trusting people with cutting my hair, seeing as my best friend is a beautician and has been cutting and coloring it for the past 5 years. But after moving to SD, I realized I would...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You get a decent haircut most of the time for a low price. I've been told that haircut prices in SD are twice what you can pay in LA (maybe the prices are supported by the demand coming from the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Paul Mitchell School was pretty much the main place where I got my haircuts while in college. For $12 (now it's $17), how can you complain about "designer" haircuts?I've been to this location...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't recall what prompted the need to experiment with student hair stylist's. I went to get a hair cut at The Paul Mitchell School Downtown in hopes of finding some new talent that would give me a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I got my hair cut here a couple of years ago, when it was still $10. I had always jumped from one hairstylist to another, so I was okay with trying someone new. I wasn't doing anything drastic to my...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'll just sum up what my problem is with this place: they don't know how to cut thick, wavy hair (or what I call "my Asian hair"). I decided to go to this place because it's so close to my house and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy Crap! Thank you Yelp for introducing me to this diamond in the rough! Pricey hair salons are a dime a dozen in San Diego and I just don't agree with paying upwards of $50.00 for a mens haircut....
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Really great place! The students and instructors I've had were very impressive every time! Though I've loved every student work, I've never gone to the same student because of my random schedule....
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just got the mothaf*ing sexiest haircut thanks to Taylor! He gave a nice relaxing scalp massage too! He did exactly what I've been wanting to get for the past 2 years since I started going to the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Don't do it! Pay the extra or go to supercuts. After reading the reviews, I thought "why not". As other reviewers mentioned, it takes a "long" time here. I had highlights and a cut. Both were...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. I go in with the understanding that their students, so I make sure that my day is clear, I have no pressing engagements I have to go to, I know what I want and I'm able to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i had a great experience today!although it took 3 hourskirstey did my hair and it turned out freakin amazing..........i had some color and got a cut and styling all for 35 bux!at any other place it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I totally agree with you, Monika M.! I do not understand what everyone is raving about. I was in desperation to get my hair done before I visited home where my mom is treating me to a cut/color. I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Whoa, your hair looks great Michelle.""Thanks, I got it done downtown at Paul Mitchell.."erm yeah.. believe it or not, I noticed three people inthe dorms who had really nice haircuts.. all from paul...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I got my hair cut today for the first time at the school by Shannon, a Phase 2 student. I was able to get a same-day appointment and once I got there, I waited about 20 minutes. I had a lot of hair to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Hit or Miss.Have had a great color and cut, yet have had a horrible cut, both from Level 2 students. I wish I had the will to spend more money on haircuts. Ugh. Go here, but be your own advocate!
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I just do not understand the high ratings for this place. I have been going here for almost two years, basically since I returned to school and had to reduce my expenses. Also, I have been growing my...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Go see Kodi(female) phase 2! {Sorry I lost the student ID #...}She knew exactly what i wanted from a cut! I haven't had bangs since I was a child and she did more than an amazing job! I can't believe...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Paul Mitchell twice before and was only satisfied with my hair, not in love with it. I could take it or leave it. Going to Paul Mitchell had been just a way to get an okay cut and save...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I know that the thought of getting your hair cut by a student can be terrifying, but from my experiences at the Paul Mitchell School downtown, I have walked out of there loving my hair every time. I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had my first haircut and color there, everything was great except for the time. I had asked for a Level II student but somehow they stuck me with a Level I. I found this out halfway thru and I just...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
$12 cut. Better than SuperCuts, for sure...PLUS, you're helping out a sister (or brother) who is learning. It's part philanthropy!! Helping out the next generation of hair stylists and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I used to love this school. I really did. I came here for 4 years and never had a problem...then I went to get a trim...and disaster struck. The guy (David I believe his name was) took off too much on...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You're playing Russian Roulette with your hair when you step into a school like this, but the odds are in your favor. I've been here a handful of times, and the latest was just last weekend. I had a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Quality haircut for a cheap price. Granted, the hairstylists there are students, so if you're expecting a super professional haircut, then perhaps you should pay more money to go to a professional...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For starters I had no idea what to expect. I called yesterday to get an appt and they got me in the next day. I got there a bit late, my appt was at 1:00 and I arrived about 1:10 but it didn't matter...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I had a Phase II student and....wow, I had the most painful haircut I'll likely ever have in my life today. All I wanted was for them to cut a few inches off, long layers w/ a face frame, and for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place isn't as great as I once thought. I've been to the one in San Francisco before. I really needed to get rid of some of the highlights in my hair for the winter season so I decided to book...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was here for 6 hours for a haircut and all over color. They told me I needed to lighten my hair first before I got it colored. 6 hours is just too long and the girl bleached my sweater! WTF? HOOK ME...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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I've been here numerous times and I must say that I've been pretty satisfied with the results. The students there are professional and the atmosphere is fun and modern. They always shampoo your hair and give...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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What alot of people obviously don't understand is that when you go to PAUL MITCHELL the school, your getting worked on by students,that would be the whole reason you pay up to $30 less for a haircut, if you...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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I am a student at PM and I have met alot of people who have horrible stories about their past experiences. I seem to notice it is alway day school that has complaints. I personally go to night school and I...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/28/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Ew, I don't like this place. I've gone here three times, and its gone from okay, to bad, to worse.First time, my haircut was okay.. basically you couldn't tell I got a haircut, which is waaay better...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My stylist there was Phase II and about to graduate in two weeks. She had a great disposition, even after my insulting questions like, "Is the supervisor going to be checking on us," etc. (it was my...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely a hit or miss. I've been here on numerous occasions, and sometimes came home happy, sometimes not so much so. I've only come here for highlights. First time, I didn't like it because I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great price....takes a long time...but plenty of activity and hot girls to keep you entertained.
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Hair cut with long, straight, thick hair: 3 hours, great cut $20 with parking and tip. Specialty perm with big rollers: 5 hours, $60 including products. Too much attention to detail. Like OCD...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If nothing else, a hair cut at Paul Mitchell is interesting.When I walked in I felt like I was walking into a bad MTV reality TV show. These girls are bi-atches, complete with processed hair, extreme...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Loved the visit! I cut and styled with Ara #1898. She's really good at cutting bangs, super meticulous. It took ~3hrs for it all- so be patient. She's 5 months into the 11 month program. Ara's...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't say that it's a number one salon, but ypu're going to a school, so really? But my hair stylist saved me! Like, SAVED me!I don't have a before picture of my hair, since I literally hid it from...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
No matter what anyone says, I LOVE THIS PLACE! Yeah... students cut your hair (but they're always under supervision so it's not a problem at all) Yeah.. it may take forever for them to do your hair...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The worst experience ever!!! I understand it's a school and students are learning so the more they should be receptive to learning and understanding how to do something. Too many preMadonnas there....
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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Yeah, I had a friend that went to school at the school in San Diego, Ca. She said the school was political and the teachers engaged regularly in group harasment of some of the "out" students. She said the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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Robert Cromeans is something of a weirdo. I was at the Paul Mitchell in New York. I had a business appointment 3 pm that afternoon. When the stylist finaly came to get me for hair cut and style she was 35...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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Some of the girls at the San Diego school do look a lil screwed up if ya know what I mean. Hair is an art form. Yes, I agree, thats fine. But really, a red icthy weeping tatoo full of neosporin on the side of...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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Yes, I know some girls that had their hair fall out after having a full bleach done at that school. They were using the Paul Mitchell Bleach. One girl told me the stylis just stood thir laughing while the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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I just found it odd that Paul Mitchells numer one business partner Robert Cromeans uses so many Animal furs and skins in his dress. I mean almost every garmet he wears has animial hides. Not just the belt and...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OK, so I've been going here for over a year and I've figured this all out. Valet for $3. Earliest appointment is 9:45 am and the last one is at 3:00.You can try to do a walk in but you may not get...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fabulous second visit with Shani (#1816) - this time I got a new style PLUS color. She is Phase 2 now (for those of you concerned about going to a more experienced student), and is amazing. I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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Love it there!!! Girls all look great. Usually you go into a salon and the stylist's hair looks crappy. These girls all dressed in unique black outfits look great. I have gone about 4 times and loved the cut...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Time vs. value? This place is a value, but plan about 2 hours for your hair cut to be completed! Make sure the professor or instructor (not sure exactly who his/her title) double checks the students...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, I have been to this place about 6 times, and will admit I have never gotten a DRASTIC change or a horrible experience, which I guess is good. I usually get simple cuts like rounded layers which...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A day of learning at Paul Mitchell:1. Guy to girl hookups, but the guys weren't really that skillful...2. Guy to guy hookups (i derno.)3. vertical to vertical to moehawk highlights4. round vs. square...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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I went there because I wanted to save money. I did pay attention to what the two girls were doing. I had to point out more things then I care for i.e. this is uneven, wrong color, wrong shape, a teacher...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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I was quoted a base price of $37 plus $8 for each bowl of color used. When I received my bill the price doubled and she only used 2 colors. I paid more for my highlights than at my local salon where the girl...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
-1 one star for the amount of time you need to give up and having to pay for parking. My appointment was for 9:45am and I didn't finish till around 1:15pm.I went there for a cut and color with a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Hesitation" was the first thing that came to mind, after a friend recommended that I check out the Paul Mitchell school for a cut and highlight. I mean, I have long brown hair, and am deathly afraid...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
ok...so now the price is $12 for a haircut. i went on a Friday afternoon and got their Stage 2 for $17, which I thought was well worth it since the quality (and speed) was better. also you get this...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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The chicks there are hot, haricuts are cheap ($12). They cut your hair as if you were going somewhere that would charge $35 for a mens haircut. They have been late with my appointment, and sometimes it takes...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first time there as I am on a budget and decided that my hair was blah since my last haircut. Called and got an appointment easily. When traffic from Oceanside to SD was crappy I called...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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To the people with bad experiences, maybe you are used to the one color $3.00 Loreal kit from Wal-Mart, this the best school in San Diego, I have gone here for the last six years, They are great, Im a lawyer...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I know this is a beauty school and all, but this girl totally messed up my hair!! I mean messed it up, this was the first time in my 26 years that I ever got a bad haircut. This girl- forget her name-...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first Paul Mitchell experience and what an awesome one it was. MY girlfriends and I decided last minute that we were all going to cut our hair and just get dolled up for a night in San Diego so we...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Totally worth the price. Love the environment!
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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I went to the Paul Mitchell the school, and enjoyed it. My stylist (Kelsey) was super cool and we talked the whole time i was getting my hair done. I was blonde and wanted to go dark brown, i loved what she...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is good if you want a cheap haircut! $10 gets you a haircut with shampo,conditioner and blow dryied & styled. I've been coming here for the past 2 years and I've only been unhappy twice. I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had my hair highlighted here and it looks great. It wasn't the quickest trip to the salon (4 hours but color always takes at least 2) but the student who did my hair was very nice and knew what she...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the people here are SO sweet. maybe it's because they're still learning and haven't developed that arrogant attitude that most hair dressers have...thank goodness.i had kelly, and adorable and bubbly...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I still haven't met Paul Mitchell here, but I'm on the lookout. I know what people have said about me and my unhealthy fascination with Paul Mitchell - back off haters and find your own uber stylist...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It took a long time (about 4-5 hours) to get my hair cut and colored, but it's definitely worth it for the cheaper prices. It was about $70 for cut partial highlights.To be honest, it really...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going here for years, have had many different students work on me, and have gotten cuts as well as highlights/lowlights. I've never been unhappy, though some expeditions have yielded much...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like this place b/c it's CHEAP ($10 for a cut) and its kind of like playing roulette. If you go here and find someone wonderful make sure to get their student # to request them the next time! I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It is definitely extremely cheap to get anything done there. However, please do remember they are students! very amateur their haircuts can take up to 3 hours and not to mention color more than 5...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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I went and got my haircut on Friday by a cute girl named Annie. I got bangs and layers an it came out great! Despite all the people walking around thinking they were the bomb it was an alright experience and I...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
everyone's pretty much said what i have to say, but i'll say it anyway. i had never had my hair done at any school before, so i was kind of nervous as to what they'd do to my head, but my hair was in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Call it like it is: a school for cutting hair, which means you might not get a professional. I've been to this place a few times, usually when I'm "between" places or in transition to finding a new...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When my favorite stylist who cut my hair for 10 years passed away, I spent 3 years going from stylist to stylist with no success and when I was laid off from work, I visited the school for the first...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For all you complainers bitching about a 2 hour hair cut or 5 hour color job...would you like a whaaaburger and some french cries with that too. This is a school...They are still STUDENTS!! You are...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2007
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I am a student so I don't have a lot of extra cash to spend on a haircut. A friend of mine told me about the Paul Mitchell School and I am 100% pleased! I got my hair shampooed, cut, and styled all for $15! It...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/18/2007
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I have had a half dozen haircuts at the San Diego School, and have been pleased with ALL of them. My first cut was even done by a Level One student (I was REALLY on a budget then). Since my first cut I have...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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if you can't afford Supercuts, save up. Just had my second horrid experience at PM San Diego. Had a pic of blond with med. brown lowlights, said I hate red. Got dark brown with red blotches and a few blond...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/30/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Are you poor, but have horrid hair that definitely needs to be cut/trimmed? Well then! For a mere $10, you will receive a shampoo AND cut for ONLY two hours. Do I sound like a salesperson yet? Anyway,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you have a lot of time and little money and you want to help some hair styling students out, this is a good place to go. SUPER CHEAP! You can also color your hair for $25 only, it might take about...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
If I wasn't so dehydrated, I might cry...If you are interested in looking pretty, then Paul Mitchell School of beauty is not the place to go. If you are "punk rock" then by all means. . . I provided...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"I did something a little different. I think you'll like it."Whoawhoawhoa. Definitely NOT something you want to hear while you're getting you're hair cut, especially from a stylist you've just met who...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2007
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If you need a color, the students do a great job and are affordable. They are very proffesional and you don';t even realize that this is a school. I would highly recommend this place to everyone.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/26/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I hate this place. I would only recommend getting a hair cut.Just stay away from their hair-coloring,none of them know what they're doing.
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Its the place to go to get your hair styled on a budget. They have students cutting hair, that are about to graduate. Great quality and service. Schedule out a block of your time as the service will...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2006
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Just got my hair done and I love it. A phase two future professional only took 1 hour & 15 minutes on my hair and did an incredible job!!!! Best haircut I've had in a long time. Phase two students have a lot...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2006
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You cannot beat the quality of the haircut for the money ($12).They shampoo, cut, and blowdry your hair. But the wait is atrocious. Be prepared to wait 2 hours, more if you are dyeing or perming your hair.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2005
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Although the wait is really long, it's worth the wait. ALthough they are not professionals, they're supervised while they're working on your hair, so nothing can come out too bad.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2005
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This is a great place to get a cheap haircut and style. I go here a couple of times in a year to get my hair cut and highlighted. But do remember that these are students, not professionals. It took them 4...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/24/2005
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If you don't mind having an amateur cut your hair, its a pretty good deal considering what you are getting. Don't worry, they have supervisors to watch what they are doing. I got my haircut about 2 months ago...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/13/2005
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This is a great place to get a good haircut, color, or other hair service for an inexpensive price. It takes a little longer than a normal salon would, since the stylists are students and under the supervision...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2005
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I went to get my hair cut here at lunch, needless to say I took a looong lunch that day. Keep in mind these students need to have their cuts checked at each step by the instructors, so you need to set aside...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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